UK Marine To Climb Burj Khalifa Height With Son On Back 02

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This British former Royal Marine is set to climb the equivalent of the world’s tallest building with his son - who suffers from a rare chromosome disorder - strapped to his back.

Former Royal Marine Nick Watson, who is based in Dubai int he United Arab Emirates, is training to walk up the stairs of his home 118 times with his son Rio strapped to his back, making a total of 829 metres (2,722 feet) - the equivalent of the height of the world's tallest building the Burj Khalifa.

The ‘Climb With Rio’ challenge is set to take place on Saturday 9th May and Watson believes it will take the pair around four hours to complete as they aim to inspire people to stay home, safe and fit during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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